STRONGSVILLE CITY SCHOOLS EARNS NATIONAL RECOGNITION AS “BEST COMMUNITIES FOR MUSIC EDUCATION”
Strongsville City Schools has been honored with the “Best Communities for Music Education” designation from The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. This is the tenth straight year the District has earned this distinction. Strongsville is one of 830 school districts nationwide, one of 47 Districts in Ohio, and one of just 17 school districts in Northeast Ohio to receive this prestigious award in 2023. Congratulations to our entire community and thank you to the teachers, students, parents, and booster clubs for their continued support of our outstanding music program!
MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MRS. ALLISON APPLEBEE, EDUCATIONAL AIDE AT SURRARRER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mrs. Allison Applebee is an Educational Aide at Surrarrer Elementary School. Mrs. Applebee has worked in our District for 11 years and has also spent time in all of our elementary buildings and at the former Albion Middle School before landing at Surrarrer. She earned her undergraduate degree from Mercyhurst University.
“I primarily work with kindergarten and first grade students, so I am there for the changes as they become more accustomed to school and begin to come out of their shells. I love watching the kids learn and grow each day as they face new challenges. I am lucky to have the opportunity to build relationships with the students which means they are comfortable coming to me with their problems and also silly stories. Random thoughts and comments that I hear are pretty hilarious at times. My absolute favorite part is seeing the look on a student’s face when they accomplish something they’ve worked so hard on. Witnessing a child feeling proud of themselves makes my heart happy. During my time here I have met a lot of amazing kids. I can only hope that I’m making as big of an impact on their lives as they are making in mine,” said Mrs. Applebee.
Thank you Mrs. Applebee for being part of a great team at Surrarrer Elementary! #BeTheDifference
SHS ENGLISH 9 HONORS STUDENTS CREATE “WELCOME GUIDE” FOR STRONGSVILLE
Mrs. Ribblett’s English 9 Honors class created a “Welcome Guide” for students who enter Strongsville High School from another place. The Welcome Guide includes a handout with a list of Strongsville businesses grouped into categories (local sweets, local eats, unique places with interesting histories, etc.) and a website which elaborates on the businesses listed within the handout through pictures, videos, and write-ups on 28 different places, all from a teenager's perspective. Each student visited their individual location and the entire class took trips to three of the locations. The project culminated in a student-led presentation of their handout and website to SCS Administration, SHS teachers, and representatives from the Strongsville community.
DINE OUT AT MASTER PIZZA & SUPPORT THE STRONGSVILLE EDUCATION FOUNDATION (THU. 5/18)
Don’t miss your chance to dine out at Master Pizza in Strongsville (13311 Pearl Rd.) on Thursday, May 18 from 11am-8pm and support the Strongsville Education Foundation. A percentage of event sales will be donated back to the Foundation and their mission of raising and disbursing funds to support and foster creativity, innovation and outstanding achievement for the students, the teachers and the community served by the Strongsville City Schools. Remember to mention Strongsville Education Foundation when ordering!
STRONGSVILLE 6TH GRADE CAMP - SEPTEMBER 15-17 AT CAMP Y NOAH
Attention all incoming Strongsville Middle School sixth graders! Join us at Camp Y-Noah in Green, Ohio for Sixth Grade Camp - September 15-17. Cost is $200 per camper and covers all weekend expenses. Deadline to register and pay is May 31. Click HERE to visit the website for detailed information, registration and payment instructions and chaperone opportunities. Please email sixthgradecamp@gmail.com with any questions!
RIGHT AT SCHOOL - BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE FOR SCS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FAMILIES
Our District partners with the nationally recognized school enrichment provider, Right At School, to provide before- and after-school care for elementary students. Right at School offers before- and after-school care every weekday (Monday-Friday) at each of the elementary school buildings in our District. For additional program information, please click on the following links to access websites dedicated to each of our elementary school locations: Chapman, Kinsner, Muraski, Surrarrer, Whitney
STAY SAFE. SPEAK UP!
Strongsville City Schools encourages students, teachers, staff, parents, and other members of our community to report any instances of potential violence, bullying, self-harm or any other issue where students may be at risk. Click HERE for additional Stay Safe. Speak Up! Information on the District’s website. Reporting incidents can be made anonymously online or through a toll free number (1-866-listen2me / 1-866-547-8362).
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Arts in Strongsville “Chalk Walk” (Sat. 5/20)
Calling all artists! The 11th annual Arts in Strongsville “Chalk Walk” will be held on Saturday, May 20 from 10am-1pm on the Strongsville Commons (Corner of Routes 42 & 82). Cash prizes will be awarded for several age categories. Event day registration begins at 9:30am on 5/20. Click HERE for additional information.
Memorial Day at the Strongsville Historical Village
The Strongsville Historical Village will be open on Memorial Day from 12:00pm - 2:00pm for the public to visit the village’s buildings and grounds following the Memorial Day parade and service at the Freedom Trail. Visitors will be able to participate in many activities to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Kindness Camp - C’s the Day
A camp for kids in grades 1-7 dedicated to EMPOWERING kids to positively impact their communities through acts of kindness, INSPIRING kids to become leaders by growing in character, confidence and personal wellness, and CHALLENGING kids to practice mindfulness in thoughts, words, and actions with self and others.
WHEN: July 17-21 (1:00pm - 4:00pm) / WHERE: Albion Woods Picnic Area
Click HERE for additional information / Click HERE to register for the camp
Kids Running Camp - gOH Run!
When: Monday, July 17 - June 21 (9am-11am) / Where: Albion Woods Picnic Area in the MetroParks
Camp is for kids in KG-8th Grade; cost is $60 and includes a shirt, camp materials, daily prizes, awards, and lots of fun! Click HERE for additional information and to register!
Baldwin Wallace Summer Camp Programming
Baldwin Wallace is offering summer camp programming in a variety of areas, including STEM, music, theatre, arts, athletics, and education. For more information or to register, families can visit BW’s Division of Community Learning at https://dcl.bw.edu/divisions/ or click HERE.
Safety Town Registration
Parents of incoming Kindergarten students, don’t miss registering your children for Safety Town. Click HERE for additional information on Safety Town. Click HERE for a Parent Brochure. Click HERE for the registration link.
Safety Town Volunteers Needed
Calling all 6th-9th grade students! If you are interested in volunteering to help with this year’s Safety Town, signups begin on Monday, April 17 at 5pm. Click HERE for additional information. Students must be a Strongsville resident or attend school in Strongsville to be eligible to volunteer.
Strongsville Swim League
Splash, dive, and jump into FUN this summer by joining your local Strongsville Swim Team! This year’s summer swim season takes place May 30 - July 15. Deadline to register for the season is May 16. Visit the Strongsville Swim League website - https://strongsville.teampages.com - for additional information.
Strongsville Chamber of Commerce
Please note the following upcoming events hosted by the Strongsville Chamber of Commerce. Registration is required for all events. Please call 440.238.3366 for more information or to register. Those interested in the following events may also visit the Chamber website (www.strongsvillechamber.com) to register and see additional event info.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Business After Hours & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Hooley Pub & Kitchen (SouthPark Mall)
Thursday, May 18, 2023
5:30pm - 7:30pm
(21 & Over)
May Business Luncheon
Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Awards & Recognition of Students Entering the Military
Ehrnfelt Recreation Center
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
11:30am - 1:00pm
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
2023 Strongsville Homecoming Festival
July 12 - July 15, 2023
Strongsville Library
Please note the following May 2023 events presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Please call (440) 238-5530 to register or for more information. Customers may also visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org to register and to see more library event information.
*The Administration Building and all Library Branches will be closed on Sunday, May 28th and Monday, May 29th in honor of the Memorial Day Holiday. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 30th at 9:00 a.m.
All Together Now – 2023 Summer Reading Challenge – June 3rd through August 13th. Sign-up for our reading challenge beginning May 1st. To learn more, visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/srp to register or check out our YouTube video for more information! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErqUzDPnN7s
Seed Library! To spread knowledge of local food systems, cultivate skills required for sustainable food production, and to help make seeds more accessible to those in the community, the Strongsville Branch Library has partnered with the Cleveland Seed Bank to offer a selection of different varieties of organic, open-pollinated, non-GMO vegetable, herb, & edible flower seeds. Please stop by the Strongsville Branch to pick-up your free seeds! Customers will be able to “check-out” 5 seed packets per month. Please call (440) 238-5530 for more information. This program sponsored by the Friends of Strongsville Branch Library. While supplies last.
Saturday Crafternoon. Ages 3 and up. Saturday, May 6th / 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. If you’re not sure what to do on the first Saturday afternoon of the month, look no further! Create a one-of-a-kind craft in our storytime room. While supplies last.
Blood Drive. Friday, May 12th / 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. In just an hour of your time you can help save up to three lives. Make sure hospital patients get the treatment they need. Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Audio & Video Studio Orientation. Ages 11 & up. Saturday, May 13th / 10:00 a.m. VIRTUAL OR Monday, May 22nd / 7 p.m. IN PERSON. Have you ever thought about recording your own music, making a video, digitizing memories and more? The Strongsville Branch Library is home to both Audio and Video Recording studios that can help you do just that! You must go through an orientation to use the spaces. Patrons 11 & up can participate in the orientation and must turn in the User Agreement form at the branch for the orientation to count. Register online to attend the virtual or in-person sessions.
Mom and Teen: Make Your Own Jewelry Set. Monday, May 15th / 7:00 p.m. Bring your mom and join us to make a matching wire wrapped ring and pendant set to celebrate Mother's Day. No experience required!
Computer Classes IN PERSON. Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. Classes are currently being held in-person as well as some VIRTUALLY which requires a web browser and an internet connection. There is no additional software to download. Google Chrome is the recommended browser. A valid email address is required for registration. Registrants will receive an email with a link to join the class at least an hour before the start time. Registration opens 30 days before the start of the class and closes prior to the start of the class. To see a full class list, descriptions, and to register, please visit
https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/Events/Computer-Classes/2021-Virtual-and-In-Person-classes.aspx
Wednesday, May 17th / 10:00 a.m. - Noon. Photoshop 2: Photo Retouching
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, May 17th / 7:00 p.m. Our Wednesday Evening Book Discussion meets at 7p.m. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Whisper Network: a Novel by Chandler Baker. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library
Grooving with Pete the Cat. Ages 3 – 8. Wednesday, May 17th / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Children and their families are invited to an evening of fun stories, music and crafts inspired by Eric Litwin’s Pete the Cat. Get your groove on with Pete! It’s all good!
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, May 22nd / 2:30 p.m. The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m. in the Library on the 4th Monday of each month. No registration is required. New members always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Dimestore: A Writer's Life by Lee Smith. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Southwest Health Talk: Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Diabetes. Tuesday, May 23rd / 10:00 a.m. Monica L. Kravetz MSN-Ed, RN, Diabetes Nurse Educator from Southwest General Health Center, will share simple tips to help you prevent Diabetes and take control of your health.
Down by the Old Mill Stream Run. Tuesday, May 23rd / 7:00 p.m. Cleveland Metroparks Historian, Judy MacKeigan, will share this presentation on the history of the Mill Stream Run Reservation. Among the many features of Mill Stream Run Reservation are the first refrigerated toboggan chutes in the United States, old quarry lands turned into lakes, and Camp Cheerful, where people of all abilities can experience the joy of summer camp. Learn about this reservation and its long and interesting history. Program presented by the Strongsville Historical Society in partnership with the Strongsville Branch Library.
Calling All Pokemon Trainers! All Ages. Wednesday, May 31st / 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Bring your family, bring your friends, and explore more than 15 PokeStops and Gyms between the library and the Strongsville Rec Center. Drop a few lures, join in a raid, and catch ‘em all.
Stay Connected with Strongsville City Schools
Strongsville High School * Muraski Elementary *
Strongsville Middle School * Surrarrer Elementary *
Chapman Elementary * Whitney Elementary *
Kinsner Elementary * Early Learning Preschool
Website: www.strongnet.org
Location: Strongsville City Schools, 18199 Cook Avenue, Strongsville, OH, United States
Phone: (440) 572-7000
Facebook: facebook.com/strongsvillecs
Twitter: @strongsvillecs